Shopping Guide
HOW IT WORKS
Important Instructions Before Ordering
Get Your Warehouse Address
Find your unique Kibiwa warehouse address in the “WAREHOUSE ADDRESS” section of your account dashboard. Login/Register
Use Your Address While Shopping
When checking out on the store’s website (Alibaba, AliExpress, etc.), make sure to enter your Kibiwa warehouse address as the shipping destination. Follow any specific instructions provided in your WAREHOUSE ADDRESS section.
Create a "Add Buy & Ship" Order
After you’ve purchased items, return to your Kibiwa dashboard. Click on “ADD BUY & SHIP” and fill in the following information:
- Product Link: The exact webpage of the product you purchased.
- Description: A short description of the product.
- Quantity: How many of the item you bought.
- Price: The price you paid for the item.
We Calculate Shipping
Once you’ve submitted your “Buy & Ship” order, our team will calculate the total shipping cost to your African destination based on the item’s size, weight, and other factors.
Notification
You’ll be notified by email when your shipping cost is ready, and you’ll see it updated on your dashboard.
Websites Where Kibiwa is Beneficial (or Essential) For Shopping
Dashboard
Log into your Kibiwa client account and access your dashboard.
Add Buy & Ship
Locate the “ADD BUY & SHIP” button or option and fill in the relevant information.
Product Information
Provide the following:
- Product Link: The exact link to the product on the website where you want to purchase it (JD.com, Pinduoduo, etc.)
- Detailed Information: If a product link isn’t available, give us a detailed description of the item, including its size, color, any important specifications, etc.
Shipping Calculation
Our team will calculate the total shipping cost to your African destination.
Notification
You’ll receive an email and an update on your dashboard when the shipping cost is ready.
Pro Tip: Create a “Buy & Ship” order BEFORE purchasing the product to get a shipping quote and help with budgeting!
SHOPING IN CHINA
Websites WhereUsers CAN Directly Open Accounts
Alibaba
- Opening a full buyer account usually requires a registered business, making it less accessible for individuals.
- Some suppliers are open to working with individuals on a smaller scale without a formal business account.
- Best For: Wholesale, bulk orders, and negotiating directly with manufacturers.
- Shipping Consolidation: Highly recommended due to the nature of orders. Kibiwa can assist in finding consolidators specializing in larger shipments.
AliExpress
- Open to anyone worldwide; easy account creation.
- Best For: Individual purchases, smaller quantities, vast product variety.
- Shipping Consolidation: Beneficial, Kibiwa can offer consolidation services to simplify shipping.
DHgate
- Welcomes international buyers.
- Best For: Wholesale/bulk like Alibaba, but often with lower minimum order quantities, making it good for drop shipping too.
- Shipping Consolidation: Same as AliExpress, Kibiwa can provide consolidation services to save you money.
Banggood
- Open to global shoppers.
- Best For: Unique products, electronics, gadgets, good deals.
- Shipping Consolidation: Can be helpful, especially with multiple orders. Kibiwa may offer direct shipping to Africa or consolidation, depending on the product.
Websites Where Kibiwa is Beneficial (or Essential) For Shopping
JD.com
- Account creation technically possible, but navigation and payments easier with Kibiwa.
- Best For: Wide range of products, reliable platform especially for electronics and home appliances.
- Shipping Consolidation: Recommended after Kibiwa makes purchases. Kibiwa can arrange consolidation services.
Pinduoduo
- Requires a Chinese phone number for account creation, Kibiwa handles this.
- Best For: Group-buying deals, flash sales, often the cheapest prices but requires understanding the platform.
- Shipping Consolidation: Highly recommended with Kibiwa due to potential for multiple orders from different sellers. Kibiwa can simplify the process.
Suning & Gome
- Similar to JD.com, you might be able to register, but an agent simplifies things.
- Best For: Major electronics retailers, product selection likely overlaps with JD.com
- Shipping Consolidation: Recommended after Kibiwa makes the purchases. Kibiwa can offer its consolidation services.
Vipshop
- Open to global shoppers.
- Best For: Unique products, electronics, gadgets, good deals.
- Shipping Consolidation: Can be helpful, especially with multiple orders. Kibiwa may offer direct shipping to Africa or consolidation, depending on the product.
Key Points for Shoppers
- Agent + Consolidation = Savings and Simplicity: Even if you can open a direct account, using Kibiwa in combination with their consolidation services usually results in the best prices and smoothest experience.
- Communicate with Your Agent: Clear communication with Kibiwa about your preferences helps them find deals and simplifies the buying process.
- Fees: Always factor in product price + Kibiwa’s service fees + shipping (consolidated or not) for your total budget.
SHOPING IN TURKEY
Websites WhereUsers CAN Directly Open Accounts
Trendyol
- Turkey's largest e-commerce platform. Think of it like the "Amazon of Turkey"
- Offers a vast range of products: fashion, electronics, home goods, and more.
- Account creation is open to international shoppers.
Hepsiburada
- Another major Turkish e-commerce platform, very similar to Trendyol.
- Product selection mirrors Trendyol's in many categories.
- Account creation is open to international shoppers.
N11
- Turkish online marketplace popular for smaller businesses and individual sellers.
- You might find more unique items here compared to the bigger platforms.
- Account creation is open to international shoppers.
Amazon.com.tr
- Amazon's Turkish website offers a selection of their global products.
- Good if you're familiar with Amazon and looking for specific brands.
- Account creation is open to international shoppers.
Websites Where Kibiwa is Beneficial (or Essential) For Shopping
GittiGidiyor
- Turkey's leading online auction platform.
- Can find great deals on new and used products, but bidding process may be tricky.
- Kibiwa can help with navigation, bidding, and purchase if needed.
Teknosa , MediaMarkt
- Major electronics retailers. While you might be able to create an account, Kibiwa can simplify the process and ensure smooth purchases.
Boyner , Mavi , DeFacto
- Popular Turkish fashion brands. Account creation might be possible, but some limitations for international buyers are likely. Kibiwa streamlines the purchase process.
Key Points for Shoppers
- Consolidation for the Win: Even on websites where you can open an account, using Kibiwa in combination with their consolidation services is often the most cost-effective way to shop.
- Kibiwa’s Edge: For websites where navigation or purchases are trickier, Kibiwa can handle everything for you!
- Fees: Always factor in the product price + Kibiwa’s service fees + shipping (consolidated or not) for your total budget.
- Communication is Key: Tell Kibiwa what you want to buy and they’ll find the best deals and purchase options.
SHOPING IN U.A.E
Websites WhereUsers CAN Directly Open Accounts
Noon
- UAE's #1 e-commerce platform, comparable to Amazon in its variety.
- Wide range of products: fashion, electronics, home goods, and more.
- Open to international shoppers.
Amazon.ae
- Amazon's UAE website, offers a selection of their global products.
- Great if you're familiar with Amazon and looking for specific brands.
- Open to international shoppers.
Souq.com
- Though acquired by Amazon, still a major player in the UAE e-commerce scene.
- Product selection might overlap with Noon and Amazon.ae.
- Open to international shoppers.
Mumzworld
- Leading retailer for baby and children's products in the UAE.
- Good option if you're focused on these items.
- Account creation open to international shoppers.
Carrefour UAE
- Online version of the popular hypermarket chain.
- Good for groceries, household essentials, etc.
- Account creation open to international shoppers.
Websites Where Kibiwa is Beneficial (or Essential) For Shopping
Sharaf DG , Emax
- Major electronics retailers. While you might be able to create an account, Kibiwa makes the buying process smoother.
MarkaVIP
- Flash sale platform offering designer brands at discounts.
- Sales can be fast-paced, Kibiwa can help you snag the best deals.
Key Points for Shoppers
- Kibiwa Simplifies: Even on sites where you can open an account directly, Kibiwa can often simplify the shopping and shipping process.
- Consolidation Saves Money: Using Kibiwa in combination with their consolidation services will likely save you money, especially for multiple orders.
- Communication is Key: Tell Kibiwa what you want to buy, and they’ll help you find the best deals and shipping options.
Important Note: Even if a website technically offers direct shipping to Africa, using Kibiwa in combination with a shipping consolidator often gives you better control over: